Production Inventory Lead

Our Story:

Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.

Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.

Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.

Overview:

The Production Inventory Lead is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, movement, and compliance of inventory within our cannabis manufacturing facility. This role supports daily production operations by overseeing inventory flow, maintaining system integrity, and driving accountability across production areas.

Responsibilities:

· Lead daily inventory operations within the production environment.

· Support and guide inventory team members, providing training and day-to-day direction.

· Provide accurate inventory reporting to purchasing and planning teams.

· Oversee movement, transfers, and storage of inventory across production locations.

· Maintain and monitor inventory tracking systems to ensure compliance with state and local cannabis regulations.

· Conduct routine physical inventory counts and audits to ensure accuracy.

· Investigate, reconcile, and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.

· Partner cross-functionally with production, supply chain, and compliance teams to streamline inventory processes.

· Enforce and continuously improve inventory control procedures and best practices

· Support compliance documentation and reporting requirements (METRC, BioTrack, etc.).

Qualifications & Requirements

· High School Diploma or GED required.

· 2+ years of inventory control experience; cannabis manufacturing experience preferred.

· Previous leadership experience or lead-level responsibilities required.

· Strong proficiency in Excel and inventory management systems.

· Familiarity with cannabis compliance systems (e.g., METRC, BioTrack) strongly preferred.

· Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

· Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain/maintain all state-required cannabis badging, which includes a pre-employment background check.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license or state-issued ID.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

· Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking for long durations.

· Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

· Allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.

· May require daily use of provided PPE.

Maryland Pay Range
$23—$23 USD

Our Benefits:

• Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*

• Medical Insurance, which includes a 100% company paid option for employees*

• Dental Insurance, which includes a 100% paid option for employees*

• Vision Insurance, which includes a 100% paid option for employees *

• 401k retirement savings plan*

• Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*

• Company paid Life Insurance*

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee referral program

• Commuter benefits*

• Product discounts

• Additional compensation incentives (tips, bonuses, etc.)

*For full-time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.